

Slappin' Glass Podcast
Slappin' Glass
Exploring basketball's best ideas, strategies, and coaches from around the world.
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Jun 4, 2021 • 54min
Mike Carlson on PNR IQ, Honing Skills, and Creating Player/Coach Synergy { Acunsa GBC }
Slappin' Glass travels to Spain in this conversation with Acunsa GBC Forward, Mike Carlson. The trio deep-dive into bridging disconnect between players and coaches when it comes to knowledge transfer, developing PNR IQ, screening concepts, creating synergy with guards in a PNR, and talk siestas, analytics, and the Mikan Drill during "Start, Sub, or Sit?!".For more information on this podcast, as well as learn more about all that's offered on the Slappin' Glass Plus coaching platform, please visit HERE.To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

May 28, 2021 • 1h 5min
Tobin Anderson on Full Court Pressing, Winning on the Road, and Seizing Opportunities (St. Thomas Aquinas)
Slappin' Glass sits down with the Head Coach of NCAA DII St. Thomas Aquinas, Tobin Anderson, to explore all areas of his full court pressing system, what wins on the road, and how to seize opportunities in building a career. The trio also embark on a fun and insightful "Start, Sub, or Sit?!" segment where they explore Motion Cuts, Post Actions, and where you'll most likely find Coach Anderson after a tough loss.For more information on our newly launched coaching/learning platform, Slappin' Glass Plus, consisting of SGTV, the Sunday Mornin' Newsletter, Coaching Clinics, and more please visit HERE.To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

May 26, 2021 • 34min
Extra Pass: Matt Kingsley on Offensive Zone Concepts {Yale}
In this "Extra Pass" episode of the Slappin' Glass podcast Dan and Pat sit down with Yale Associate Head Coach, Matt Kingsley, to discuss all things Zone Offense. In this 30 minute conversation the trio cover drills, philosophy, alignments, and the fundamental building blocks of all great Zone Offenses. We are excited to have officially launched Slappin' Glass Plus, our basketball and coaching learning hub consisting of SGTV, the Sunday Mornin' Newsletter, monthly clinics, a private community, and more. For more information on all that's included, please visit HERE.To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

May 21, 2021 • 40min
Mike Lombardi on Problem-Solving, Crucial Conversations, and Building Staffs {NFL Executive/Coach}
In this cross-sport conversation, Slappin' Glass sits down with ex-NFL Executive and Owner of the highly popular "Daily Coach" leadership site, Mike Lombardi. The trio dive into the areas of Problem-Solving vs. Critical Decisions, how to find answers to tough questions, building the culture of great staffs, having crucial conversations, and talk about the value of Mr. Miyagi during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!". For for more information on this podcast, as well as our brand new Slappin' Glass Plus learning platform visit our website HERE. To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

May 14, 2021 • 1h 9min
John Gallagher on Grit, 1-3-1 Zones, and Building Community { Hartford }
Slappin' Glass sits down with Hartford Head Coach, John Gallagher. In this entertaining and insightful conversation Coach Gallagher discusses leading through adversity, handling the current D1 to D3 transition, healthy confrontations, running a 1-3-1 defense late in the clock, concepts to attack a switch, and have a ton of fun talking upset analytics and working referees during "Start, Sub, or Sit?!".For information on the launch of Slappin' Glass Plus, the premium membership with access to Slappin' Glass TV, the Sunday Mornin' Newsletter, the private "Coaches Corner Community" and more, please visit HERE. To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

May 7, 2021 • 1h 2min
Ivan Rudez on Post Passing, Conflict Theory, and the Three Frontiers of Coaching { Croatian Pro Coach }
Slappin' Glass sits down with Croatian Professional Coach and former Head Coach of the Slovakian National Team, Ivan Rudez. The trio discuss the "Three Frontiers of Coaching" (players, managers, and media), teaching passing technique to youth and pros, the art of "post passing", conflict theory in the locker room, and break down Pressing After Time Outs and Losing Seasons during the always fun "Overrated/Underrated?!".For more information on Slappin' Glass Plus, releasing on May 16th visit HERE.Follow Slappin Glass on:TwitterYouTubeTo join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Apr 30, 2021 • 1h
Aaron Fearne on Tagging Up, Special Situations, and Building Player-Led Cultures { UNC Charlotte/New Zealand NT }
Slappin' Glass sits down with the Assistant Coach of UNC Charlotte/Head Coach on New Zealand's U19 National Team, Aaron Fearne. The trio dive into specific culture building techniques, defining player roles, special situations, "Start, Sub, or Sit?!", and dissect all the details of Coach Fearne's "Tagging Up" Offensive Rebounding System. For more insights on this podcast, as well as information on the premium Slappin' Glass Plus membership, please visit our Sunday Mornin' Newsletter. For deep-dive breakdowns visit Slappin' Glass on YouTubeFor daily, 2 minute breakdowns visit Slappin' Glass on Twitter.To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Apr 23, 2021 • 51min
Geno Auriemma on Simplicity, Reads vs. Rules, and Elevating Talent { UConn }
Slappin' Glass sits down with 11-Time Women's National Champion Head Coach of the UConn Huskies, Geno Auriemma. The trio dive into a wide-range of relevant topics including elevating and coaching your best talent, getting input from players on offensive ideas, the balance of Reads vs. Rules in 1/2 court offense, and the intricacies of French Wine and Directional Defenses during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!" segment. For more insights on this podcast and to hear more about Slappin' Glass Plus, visit our "Sunday Mornin' Newsletter." For deep-dive breakdowns visit Slappin' Glass on YouTubeFor daily, shorter breakdowns visit Slappin' Glass on Twitter. To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

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Apr 16, 2021 • 50min
Don Showalter on Efficient Practices, Press Defenses, and Competitive Spirit { Team USA }
Legendary coach Don Showalter shares insights on efficient basketball practices, press defenses, and coaching strategies. He discusses the importance of competitiveness in player development, contrasting coaching styles, and the diverse responsibilities of a high school head coach. The podcast delves into structuring effective practice sessions, skill development, and the longevity of coaching basketball.

Apr 9, 2021 • 1h 1min
Frantz Massenat on PNR Progressions, The Art of Passing, and the Power of Basketball & Community { VL Pesaro }
Slappin' Glass sits down with current Guard for VL Pesaro in Italy's Serie A and former Drexel University standout, Frantz Massenat. The trio discuss Frantz' stops in some of Europe's top leagues in Germany, Spain, and Italy, high-level PNR progressions, the art of passing, the power of basketball and community, and Team Bus Rides during the always fun "Overrated/Underrated?!"For more insights on this podcast, as well as deep-dives into relevant basketball/coaching topics, visit the Slappin' Glass "Sunday Mornin' Newsletter".For daily video breakdowns, visit Slappin' Glass on TwitterFor long-form video breakdowns, visit Slappin' Glass on YouTube. To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!